From the Chairman’s Desk

Many companies have worked closely with the CMA (Conveyor Manufacturers Association) for a significant number of years, having been established in 1973. But sometimes it’s not a bad idea to remind readers on what we’re all about.

The CMA is a non-profit company established to promote high standards of design, quality, manufacture and service in the bulk materials handling industry. To achieve its objectives, the CMA provides input to national standards, conducts training courses and fosters interest at an academic level and with users in the study and development of conveyor technology.

High standards

To provide users with reliable and competitive sources of supply, the CMA endeavours to maintain high standards of contractual integrity in the industry and all members are required to subscribe to the CMA Code of Ethics.

To promote the dissemination of information on the latest belt conveyor technology, the CMA underwrites the bi-ennial series of Beltcon conferences and partners with the SAIMH in regular Joint Forum meetings.

With over 60 corporate members currently, the CMA is recognised as being the official voice of the conveyor industry working actively to promote the excellence of belt conveying in southern Africa.